Celecoxib Capsule 200 mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted according to the patient and may be administered with or without food. 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) Administer 200 mg of celecoxib once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg twice daily. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis Administer 100 mg or 200 mg of celecoxib per dose twice daily. 3. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) Administer 200 mg of celecoxib once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg twice daily. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks, the dose may be increased to 400 mg per day. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks of treatment with 400 mg per day, another treatment option should be considered. 4. Acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea The recommended initial dose is 400 mg of celecoxib; if necessary, an additional 200 mg may be administered on the first day of treatment. From the second day of treatment, the recommended dose, if needed, is 200 mg per dose twice daily. ○ Patients with hepatic impairment: For patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class II), the dose should be reduced to approximately 50% of the recommended daily dose.

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who consume large amounts of alcohol daily. Drinking alcohol frequently while taking this medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication may cause cardiovascular issues and increase the risk of serious cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Therefore, it should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest period of time, and if cardiovascular symptoms occur, immediate medical consultation is necessary. This medication may cause gastrointestinal issues, leading to risks of gastric ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or perforation, particularly in the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders. If symptoms such as epigastric pain, indigestion, black stools, or hematemesis occur during use, a hospital visit is required. This medication may cause certain allergic reactions, so those allergic to the drug or any of its components, or who have had allergic reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, should not take it. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function, active peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, heart failure, a history of cardiovascular disease, pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication or use it with extreme caution. This medication may cause various adverse reactions, and symptoms such as indigestion, headache, dizziness, hypertension, skin rash, swelling, etc., have been reported. Notify healthcare professionals if adverse symptoms appear. This medication may interact with other drugs, so anyone taking additional medications must inform their doctor or pharmacist, especially when combining with blood pressure medications, anticoagulants, antidepressants, or diuretics. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should avoid using this medication, and it should also be avoided during breastfeeding. This medication has not established safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years of age and should not be used in this population. Elderly patients may have decreased liver, kidney, or heart function, necessitating more careful monitoring during the use of this medication. Regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be done if this medication is taken long-term, and if any abnormalities are found, use should be discontinued. Overdose may result in symptoms such as lethargy, drowsiness, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding, and prompt medical attention is required. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is safest not to transfer it to another container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, stroke, perforation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, ulcers, bleeding, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, delirium, dizziness, muscle rigidity, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bloating, gastric ulcer, dental disease, duodenal ulcer, esophageal ulcer, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, itching, rash, urticaria, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, vesicular dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illness, injury, taste disturbance, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, urinary frequency, nephrolithiasis, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infection, blurred vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, elevated serum creatinine, increased β2-microglobulin, elevated NAG, positive urinary hematuria, positive urinary protein, renal dysfunction, acute kidney failure, interstitial nephritis, elevated serum sodium, elevated serum potassium, increased BUN, increased CPK, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, increased creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, anorexia, increased LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthropathy, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical dystonia, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, leg cramps, fractures, tendon rupture, pain in the neck and back, muscle rigidity, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, petechiae, epistaxis, thrombocytopathy, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, granulomatous inflammation, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, dermatological nodules, headache, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, paresthesia, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicidal ideation, anosmia, ageusia, exacerbation of allergies, allergic reactions, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial swelling, fatigue, malaise, fever, facial flushing, influenza-like syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylactic-like reactions, angioedema, anorexia, increased appetite, depression, neuroexcitation, drowsiness, fatal intracranial hemorrhage, hallucinations, exacerbation of epilepsy, upper respiratory tract infection, shingles, wound infection, gingivitis, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, bacterial infections, fungal infections, soft tissue infections, viral infections, moniliasis, genital moniliasis, otitis media, breast tenderness, menopausal symptoms, fibrocystic breast disease, thoracic neoplasms, dysmenorrhea, menstrual disorders, vaginal bleeding, vaginitis, prostate disorders, ovarian cysts, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, liver dysfunction, elevated ALT, elevated AST, increased γ-GTP, elevated ALP, positive urinary urobilinogen, cholelithiasis, hepatitis, jaundice, hepatic failure, fulminant hepatitis, hepatic necrosis, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, photosensitive reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized pustular rash, exfoliative dermatitis, acute kidney failure, hyponatremia, tubular interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, minimal change glomerulonephritis, female infertility, chest pain, epistaxis, thirst, ulcerative stomatitis, gastritis, allergies, low back pain, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, weight gain, fractures, positive RA factor, pneumonia, dyspnea, hearing impairment

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, ideally in a cool place between 15°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A white hard capsule filled with a white to light yellow powder with yellow stripes on the top and bottom.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle